Events in July 2008
These are special events in the Holland Area. Click on dates in blue to view a list of events for that date or use the range fields to view a list of events for multiple dates. Words in blue are also links to more information about specific events and event locations.
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- Saturday April 26 - Sunday August 24, 2008
- Polyester: American Fashion of the 1960s & 1970s
- Holland Museum
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This exhibition of textiles from the museum's collection spans several decades of American fashion, with particular attention paid to the rise in use of synthetic textiles and psychedelic design of the 60s & 70s.
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http://hollandmuseum.org • 616.392.9084
- Friday June 20 - Friday July 18, 2008
- Uptown Gallery Artists' "Summer Living" Show
- Uptown Gallery & Frame Shop
- Uptown Gallery kicks off the summer season of art with an all-gallery "Summer Living" show. Dr. K will be joining the gallery with vibrant watercolors of his favorite summer locale, Lake Michigan. Enjoy refreshments and meet the artists at a reception…
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http://www.uptowngallery.org • 616.392.4756
- Tuesday, July 01, 2008, 8:00 PM
- Forever Plaid
- Knickerbocker Theatre
- Book by Stuart Ross Lyrics by Various Music by Various Musical Continuity Supervision and Arrangements by James Raitt When an eager young 1950’s pop quartet gets a “heavenly” chance at a “dream” concert, the four Plaids are a guaranteed smash…
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http://www.hope.edu/hsrt • 616.395.7890
- Wednesday, July 02, 2008, 10:00 AM
- Farmers Market Kids Activities: Who Needs Seeds? (Session One)
- Eighth Street Market Place
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Students from Hope College’s Hughes Science Education Scholars program will help your children explore why seeds and fruit are important sources of food and shelter for an array of animals. These future science teachers will lead a variety of fun learning…
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http://www.hollandfarmersmarket.com • 616.355.1130
- Wednesday, July 02, 2008, 11:00 AM
- Farmers Market Kids Activities: Who Needs Seeds? (Session Two)
- Eighth Street Market Place
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Students from Hope College’s Hughes Science Education Scholars program will help your children explore why seeds and fruit are important sources of food and shelter for an array of animals. These future science teachers will lead a variety of fun learning…
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http://www.hollandfarmersmarket.com • 616.355.1130
- Wednesday July 02 - Wednesday August 27, 2008
- Family Wednesdays at the Museums
- Cappon House Museum Holland Museum
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Find family fun and learning with hands-on activities, I-spy tours, special crafts & snacks at Holland’s two museum sites every Wednesday afternoon, 1-4 PM, in July and August.
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http://www.hollandmuseum.org • 616.392.9084
- Friday, July 04, 2008, 12:00 - 10:00 PM
- Celebrate Freedom
- Kollen Park
- Meet us in Kollen Park before the fireworks. This year it will feature new multicultural events and cuisine, as well as bands and children's games. More information to come soon!
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- Friday, July 04, 2008, 10:00 PM
- Fireworks Over Lake Michigan
- Holland State Park
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Bring a blanket. Bring a lawnchair. Bring your friends and family and watch the fireworks over Lake Michigan!
Fireworks will start at dusk.
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- Saturday, July 05, 2008, 10:00 AM
- Farmers Market Chef Series: Tempting Tomatoes
- Eighth Street Market Place
- Chef Shelly Rash, of Till Midnight, will discuss tomato varieties and demonstrate the many uses of fresh tomatoes. He will show the audience how to make the Southern favorite, Fried Green Tomatoes, and a Tomato Cream Sauce for homemade Eggplant Ravioli…
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http://www.hollandfarmersmarket.com • 616.355.1130
- Saturday, July 05, 2008, 6:00 PM
- The Cavern Beat
- Park Theatre
- Bring your whole family out to enjoy The Cavern Beat - a world renowned Beatles Tribute Band. There will be two shows, the first beginning at 6pm and the second at 8:15pm. Tickets are only $15 for adults and $10 for kids and students. Call 616…
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616.395.7890
- Saturday, July 05, 2008, 8:00 PM
- The Pretence + Darkroom + Cities in Color + Nathan Edwin
- Lemonjello's
- What better way to spend a holiday weekend than with some indie rock?!
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http://www.lemonjellos.com • 616.928.0699
- Saturday, July 05, 2008, 8:30 PM
- Closer Than Ever
- Baker Loft Events
- Lyrics by: Richard Maltby,Jr. Music by: David Shire Conceived by Steven Scott Smith In the relaxed, delicious informality of Till Midnight, six of our finest young singers once again deliver a delightful evening of theater music. Each song in “Closer…
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http://www.hope.edu/hsrt • 616.395.7890
- Sunday, July 06, 2008, 7:30 PM
- Sunday in the Park
- Park Theatre
- Enjoy the Park Theatre's new summer cabaret series. This week's performer is Lakeshore Rising Star LaSondra Leffler. Call 355-PARK or email info@hollandparktheater.com for reserved seating.
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http://www.hollandparktheater.com • 616.355.7275
- Tuesday, July 08, 2008, 1:30 PM
- Family Film Series: National Treasure 2 - The Book of Secrets
- Herrick District Library
- Join us for an afternoon movie at the library! Meet in the Auditorium.
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- Tuesday, July 08, 2008, 6:30 - 7:30 PM
- Summer Safari Clinic - Ladies Night Part 1 Urinary Incontinence in Female Runners
- Gazelle Sports
- This is more common than we care to admit for female athletes, but not often talked about. It's embarrassing, but treatable! Learn what a physician has to say about it and explore the newest treatments. Presented by Dr. Annika Waalkes, M.D.
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http://www.gazellesports.com • 616.886.6739
- Tuesday, July 08, 2008, 8:00 PM
- Kiss Me Kate
- DeWitt Theatre
- Music and Lyrics by Cole Porter Genius songwriter Cole Porter meets genius playwright William Shakespeare in this rollicking front and backstage battle of the sexes. While Kate and Petruchio war onstage during a Broadway tryout of a musical Taming…
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http://www.hope.edu/hsrt • 616.395.7600
- Wednesday, July 09, 2008, 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
- Library Carnival
- Herrick District Library North Branch
- An event for the whole family! Enjoy fun games outside and win some prizes! Cancelled in case of rain.
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- Wednesday, July 09, 2008, 10:00 AM
- Farmers Market Kids Activities: What’s Hiding in Your Favorite Foods? (Session One)
- Eighth Street Market Place
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Lori Hertel and the staff from Hope College’s Science Museum will help your children measure how much fat and sugar are in their favorite snack foods. Your children will learn how eating a variety of bright and colorful fruits and vegetables can be…
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http://www.hollandfarmersmarket.com • 616.355.1130
- Wednesday, July 09, 2008, 10:30 AM
- Sarah, Plain and Tall
- DeWitt Theatre
- By Joseph Robinette From the Newbery Award-winning book by Patricia MacLachlan Sarah Wheaton, an adventurous and headstrong woman from Maine responds to an advertisement placed by a Midwestern widower, who is asking for a bride to help him raise…
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http://www.hope.edu/hsrt • 616.395.7890
- Wednesday, July 09, 2008, 11:00 AM
- Farmers Market Kids Activities: What's Hiding in Your Favorite Foods? (Session Two)
- Eighth Street Market Place
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Lori Hertel and the staff from Hope College’s Science Museum will help your children measure how much fat and sugar are in their favorite snack foods. Your children will learn how eating a variety of bright and colorful fruits and vegetables can be…
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http://www.hollandfarmersmarket.com • 616.355.1130
- Wednesday, July 09, 2008, 1:00 - 4:00 PM
- Family Wednesday at the Museums
- Cappon House Museum Holland Museum
- Find family fun and learning with hands-on activities, I-spy tours, special crafts & snacks at Holland’s two museum sites every Wednesday afternoon, 1-4 PM, in July and August.
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http://www.hollandmuseum.org • 6163929084888.200.9123
- Wednesday, July 09, 2008, 4:30 - 6:30 PM
- Kayak for our Community Mixer
- Boatwerks Waterfront Restaurant
- Enjoy an afternoon at Boatwerks learning how you can get involved with KAYAK FOR OUR COMMUNITY. Presented by West Michigan Community Bank and Hanneken Full Potential Physical Therapy. This event will support the Holland Free Health Clinic and Pathways…
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616.786.9736
- Wednesday, July 09, 2008, 6:30 PM
- Think Sustainable Film Series: Sunset Story
- Herrick District Library
- This film is a funny and intimate documentary drama set in a retirement home that integrates aging with progressive activism. The series is sponsored by Herrick, the 3 E’s Initiative and Local Future. Meet in the Auditorium.
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- Wednesday July 09, 7:00 PM - Saturday July 12, 2008, 7:00 PM
- Wooing Wed Widing Hood
- Holland Civic Theatre
- Live Theatre Production: Wooing Wed Widing Hood: Wooing Wed Widing Hood, a fractured fairy tale by Charlie Lovett, opens Wednesday, July 9 with a 7 pm performance, and runs through Saturday, July 19. Performances are 7 pm Wednesdays through Saturdays…
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http://www.hollandcivictheatre.org • 616.396.2021
- Wednesday, July 09, 2008, 8:30 PM
- Closer Than Ever
- Baker Loft Events
- Lyrics by: Richard Maltby,Jr. Music by: David Shire Conceived by Steven Scott Smith In the relaxed, delicious informality of Till Midnight, six of our finest young singers once again deliver a delightful evening of theater music. Each song in “Closer…
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http://www.hope.edu/hsrt • 616.395.7890
- Thursday, July 10, 2008, 10:00 AM - 9:00 PM
- Summer Mixer
- jb and me
- A summer social that will include games, drinks, discounts, and guaranteed fun! Everyone will receive 20% off their entire purchase with additional ensemble discounts.
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http://www.jbandme.com • 616.392.8902
- Thursday, July 10, 2008, 12:00 - 2:00 PM
- Party in the Park! with Maranda
- Kollen Park
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The City of Holland's recreatioin Division is proud to present the ninth annual PARTY IN THE PARK! This special occasion will have a festival=-type atmosphere with many fun, FREE activities and giveaways for children and families alike.
*On-Stage show…
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616.355.1130
- Thursday July 10 - Thursday August 28, 2008
- LIVE PAINTING
- Globe Design & Vision
- Thursday Nights LIVE PAINTING: July 10, 17, 24, 31 August 14,21, 28 Artist Cynthia Hagedorn will be painting LIVE at Globe Design & Vision. 49 east eight street downtown Holland www.globe-vision.com This collection of works will be exhibited at…
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http://www.cynthiahagedorn.com • 616.510.3599
- Thursday, July 10, 2008, 8:00 PM
- Kiss Me Kate
- DeWitt Theatre
- Music and Lyrics by Cole Porter Genius songwriter Cole Porter meets genius playwright William Shakespeare in this rollicking front and backstage battle of the sexes. While Kate and Petruchio war onstage during a Broadway tryout of a musical Taming…
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http://www.hope.edu/hsrt • 616.395.7600
- Friday, July 11, 2008, 12:00 - 1:00 PM
- Music in the Park: Rick Kelley
- Centennial Park
- The arts heat up in Holland this summer as the Holland Recreation Division once again presents FREE family entertainment throughout the summer months. Music in the Park features a wide variety of quality family performances located in the gazebo in Centennial…
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616.355.1130
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